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'WE DID IT': Phoenix chef Rene Andrade of Bacanora wins 2024 James Beard Award

Phoenix chef takes home the top honor in the "Best Chef: Southwest" category

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By: Nicole Gutierrez

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PHOENIX — Bacanora chef Rene Andrade has won a coveted 2024 James Beard Award!

Each year, the James Beard Foundation announces its winners in a variety of culinary categories.

"These remarkable individuals embody the very essence of our Good Food for Good ethos, showcasing exceptional talent, unwavering dedication to their craft, and a steadfast commitment to elevating the industry. With their passion, skill, and leadership, they are shaping our nation's dining landscape and setting a new standard for culinary excellence,” said Clare Reichenbach -CEO of the James Beard Foundation- during the award ceremony, according to a press release sent to ABC15.

Phoenix restaurant chef Andrade took home the top honor in the "Best Chef: Southwest" category; the region represents Arizona, New Mexico, Nevada, and Oklahoma.

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Bacanora prides itself in cooking all its dishes over the flames of its wood-fired grill. You can take a look at their menu right here.

IF YOU GO

Bacanora address: 1301 NW Grand Ave., Unit 1 in Phoenix
Hours of operation: Tuesday–Friday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. then reopens from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Keep this in mind: Want to make a reservation? Your opportunity to make one is on the first of the month at 9 a.m. on Resy.com

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VALLEY PROUD

There’s a wider variety of pride to taste across the state, too! This year there were dozens of James Beard Award semifinalists from the Valley and across Arizona.